B2 Collocation Formel 2 min de lecture

त्वरित कार्रवाई करना

to take swift action

Littéralement: Quick (त्वरित) action (कार्रवाई) to do (करना)

Use this phrase to describe a fast, professional response to a serious problem or urgent task.

En 15 secondes

  • To act immediately and decisively in a situation.
  • Commonly used in news, offices, and emergency contexts.
  • Implies professional speed and effective problem-solving.

Signification

It means jumping into action immediately to solve a problem or handle a situation. Think of it as 'acting fast' when something urgent pops up.

Exemples clés

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Reporting a news event

पुलिस ने चोर को पकड़ने के लिए त्वरित कार्रवाई की।

The police took swift action to catch the thief.

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In a corporate meeting

हमें इस शिकायत पर त्वरित कार्रवाई करनी होगी।

We will have to take swift action on this complaint.

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Texting a friend about a service

कस्टमर केयर ने त्वरित कार्रवाई करते हुए मेरा रिफंड दे दिया।

Customer care took swift action and gave my refund.

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Contexte culturel

This phrase is a staple of Indian journalism and 'Sarkari' (government) Hindi. It represents a modern shift towards accountability and efficiency in public service. It gained massive popularity in social media age where officials are tagged to solve problems instantly.

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The Gender Secret

Always remember `कार्रवाई` is feminine. If you say `कार्रवाई किया` (masculine), native speakers will know you're a beginner. Say `कार्रवाई की` to sound like a pro.

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Don't Overuse It

If you use this for small things like 'I quickly ate a biscuit,' it sounds like you're reading a police report. Save it for things that actually matter.

En 15 secondes

  • To act immediately and decisively in a situation.
  • Commonly used in news, offices, and emergency contexts.
  • Implies professional speed and effective problem-solving.

What It Means

त्वरित कार्रवाई करना is your go-to phrase for being a hero in a crisis. It describes the act of responding to a situation without any delay. It is not just about moving fast. It is about moving effectively. When you use this, you imply that the response was both speedy and decisive.

How To Use It

You use it like a standard verb phrase. The word कार्रवाई is feminine, but the verb करना conjugates based on the subject. In a sentence, you might say "The police took swift action." In Hindi, that is पुलिस ने त्वरित कार्रवाई की. It sounds sharp and professional. It makes you sound like someone who gets things done. Use it when you want to impress your boss. Or use it when your friend finally fixes that leaky tap after a year.

When To Use It

This phrase shines in professional settings. Use it in news reports, office emails, or formal meetings. It is perfect for describing emergency services or government responses. You can also use it in daily life for serious matters. If a doctor saves someone quickly, this is the phrase. If a waiter fixes a wrong order in seconds, use it there too. It adds a layer of importance to the action.

When NOT To Use It

Avoid this for very casual, lazy actions. Don't use it for grabbing a snack or tying your shoes. It sounds too heavy for trivial things. Using it for 'checking a text' might sound sarcastic. If you are just 'hurrying' to catch a bus, use जल्दी करना instead. त्वरित कार्रवाई implies a process or a formal step was taken. Don't use it if the action was fast but messy.

Cultural Background

In India, bureaucracy is often seen as slow and winding. Because of this, त्वरित कार्रवाई has become a powerful buzzword. It is what every citizen hopes for from the government. It has roots in Sanskritized Hindi used in law and journalism. When people hear this on the news, it brings a sense of relief. It suggests that the 'system' is actually working for once.

Common Variations

You might hear फौरन एक्शन लेना in casual Hinglish conversations. Another formal version is शीघ्र कार्रवाई करना. If you want to sound more poetic, you could use तत्परता दिखाना (showing readiness). However, त्वरित कार्रवाई करना remains the gold standard for formal speed. It is the phrase that makes headlines and wins trust.

Notes d'usage

This is a high-register collocation. While perfectly understood by everyone, it is most at home in journalism, law, and corporate environments. Always pair it with feminine verb endings.

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The Gender Secret

Always remember `कार्रवाई` is feminine. If you say `कार्रवाई किया` (masculine), native speakers will know you're a beginner. Say `कार्रवाई की` to sound like a pro.

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Don't Overuse It

If you use this for small things like 'I quickly ate a biscuit,' it sounds like you're reading a police report. Save it for things that actually matter.

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The 'Hinglish' Alternative

In modern Mumbai or Delhi offices, people often say 'Quick action lena'. But using the Hindi version `त्वरित कार्रवाई` in a presentation will get you extra respect for your vocabulary.

Exemples

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#1 Reporting a news event
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पुलिस ने चोर को पकड़ने के लिए त्वरित कार्रवाई की।

The police took swift action to catch the thief.

Standard formal usage in reporting.

#2 In a corporate meeting
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हमें इस शिकायत पर त्वरित कार्रवाई करनी होगी।

We will have to take swift action on this complaint.

Shows leadership and urgency.

#3 Texting a friend about a service
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कस्टमर केयर ने त्वरित कार्रवाई करते हुए मेरा रिफंड दे दिया।

Customer care took swift action and gave my refund.

Expressing satisfaction with a service.

#4 Humorous reaction to a lazy friend
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अरे वाह! पिज़्ज़ा ऑर्डर करने में तो तुमने बड़ी त्वरित कार्रवाई की!

Oh wow! You took very swift action in ordering the pizza!

Sarcastic use for something trivial.

#5 Emergency at home
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आग लगते ही पड़ोसियों ने त्वरित कार्रवाई की और आग बुझाई।

As soon as the fire broke out, neighbors acted swiftly and put it out.

Describing life-saving speed.

#6 Writing a formal email
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आपकी त्वरित कार्रवाई के लिए धन्यवाद।

Thank you for your prompt action.

A polite way to close a professional email.

Teste-toi

Choose the correct verb form for the feminine noun 'कार्रवाई'.

सरकार ने प्रदूषण के खिलाफ त्वरित कार्रवाई ___।

✓ Correct ! ✗ Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte : की

Because 'कार्रवाई' (action) is a feminine noun in Hindi, the verb becomes 'की' in the past tense.

Complete the sentence to show urgency.

संकट के समय हमें ___ कार्रवाई करनी चाहिए।

✓ Correct ! ✗ Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte : त्वरित

'त्वरित' means swift/quick, which is the only logical choice for a 'crisis' (संकट) situation.

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Aides visuelles

Formality Scale of 'Acting Fast'

Informal

Using Hinglish or simple verbs

जल्दी करना (Jaldi karna)

Neutral

Standard everyday speed

फौरन काम करना (Fauran kaam karna)

Formal

Professional/Official context

त्वरित कार्रवाई करना (Tvarit karravai karna)

Where to use Tvarit Karravai

त्वरित कार्रवाई
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Natural Disaster

Rescue operations

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Office Email

Resolving a bug

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Legal/Police

Arresting a suspect

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Customer Support

Solving a payment issue

Questions fréquentes

10 questions

It is used when discussing serious matters, like banking issues or news. For casual things like 'hurry up,' people usually say जल्दी करो.

It comes from Sanskrit and means 'immediate' or 'rapid'. It is a more sophisticated version of the word तेज़ (fast).

Yes! If a company gives you a bonus unexpectedly fast, you can praise their त्वरित कार्रवाई.

Not exactly. Kaam is just work. Karravai implies a formal procedure or an official step taken to address a specific issue.

You would say त्वरित कार्रवाई कीजिए (formal) or त्वरित कार्रवाई करो (semi-formal).

Yes, especially if you are complaining to a service provider or updating a colleague on a task.

The opposite would be देरी करना (to delay) or लापरवाही बरतना (to show negligence).

A little bit! It is very common in police and legal contexts, which gives it an air of authority.

Usually no. For a fast player, you'd say फुर्तीला (agile). This phrase is for situational responses, not physical speed.

Yes, you'll hear it in political thrillers or crime dramas when a hero officer demands justice.

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